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Culture
Restoring the importance of books
As the anniversary of the death of both Shakespeare and Cervantes, 23 April was chosen by UNESCO as the launch date of World Book and Copyright Day back in 1995.
Festivals and traditions
The Oktav, a religious festival with a long history
Every year since the late 17th century, thousands of pilgrims have made their way to Luxembourg City to celebrate the Oktav, the country's most important religious festival.

For two weeks from the third to the fifth Sunday after Easter, parishioners from all over Luxembourg, as well as from the Eifel, the Belgian Province of Luxembourg and the French region of Lorraine, flock to the capital for the annual pilgrimage. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when Mary, the Mother of God and Consoler of the Afflicted, was chosen as the patron saint of Luxembourg City and the country as a whole.
Great ideas for the weekend
Going out this weekend - our good ideas!
The editorial team at luxembourg.lu has selected six great things to do this weekend. On your own, with your family or with friends - take your pick.
Festivals and traditions
The Octave nourishes the body and soul
From 20 April to 6 May, one of the most important religious traditions in Luxembourg invites us to embrace both reverence and celebration amongst friends and relatives.
Festivals and traditions
The 'Oktav': a living tradition that lives strong
The Oktav tradition lives on today, after over 300 years. It is still a famous event in Luxembourg, beaming far beyond the country's borders.
Culture
"Les Emergences" Volume 5: the new stage is an invitation to dance
Until 22nd April, the festival's 5th edition puts the spotlight on the creation of contemporary dance in Luxembourg, notably through first performances.
Economy
Luxembourg's blissful economy
The IDEA Foundation has just published its annual report entitled "2018:the Elect?" ("2018: L'Elue ?"), a document that looks back, among others, on Luxembourg's social and economic situation for the 2013-2017 period.
Citizenship
3,315 new Luxembourgers in 2016
Of the 995,000 persons who acquired the nationality of one of the 28 Member States of the EU, the number of new Luxembourgers was 3,315 in 2016.
Tourism
Making the Oesling region a prime tourism destination
The Our and Haute-Sûre nature reserves - at the heart of this green region - make the Oesling a dream destination for hikers and nature lovers.
Great ideas for the weekend
Going out this weekend - our good ideas!
The editorial team at luxembourg.lu has selected six great things to do this weekend. On your own, with your family or with friends - take your pick.